The Magnolia Science Academy Pirates will head out on the road to challenge the Vista Meridian Meridian Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
On Monday, Magnolia Science Academy ended up a good deal behind Santa Ana and lost 68-53.
Tobi Bamidele
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Despite their defeat, Magnolia Science Academy saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Tobi Bamidele, who dropped a double-double with 21 points and 11 rebounds, was perhaps the best of all. Bamidele has been hot recently, having also posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. Devin Gonzales was another key player, putting up 19 points and five boards.
Meanwhile, Vista Meridian had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were beaten by Santiago 83-22. The Meridian Eagles were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 72-22.
Everything went Magnolia Science Academy's way against Vista Meridian when the teams last played back in January, as Magnolia Science Academy made off with a 54-31 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Pirates since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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